Seeing Eye Dogs Show, by Vision Australia Radio

On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by two guests.

Dr Ashe Mooney from Seeing Eye Dogs Vet Team joins us talking about World Vet Day which was on April 27, 2024. We talk about the role of a vet, how you can help get the best vet appointment, the challenges of mental health in the industry and the importance of kindness to your vet.

Casey Hyde puppy carer and volunteer in our kennels joins us talking about volunteering as someone who is legally blind. Casey is a dog guide handler, and talks about how her lived experience and volunteering impact and benefit each other. She shares her experiences of how volunteering can be inclusive, and encourages others to get involved.

If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/

We are looking for puppy carers now so if you're keen to raise a puppy to hopefully become a Seeing Eye Dog we'd like to hear from you! It's an incredibly rewarding experience, with training provided. Carers need time, patience and love to give to a puppy, so if you want to commit to a year of puppy raising, we would love your help. Get in touch to find out about volunteering with us or apply now via our website.

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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, we've got a handler story in recognition of International Guide Dog Day (IGDD) on April 24. This is part 2 of our IGDD special, you can find part 1 available as a podcast on your preferred podcast platform.

We couldn’t just do one story for International Guide Dog Day so we're joined by Damo McMorrow who is a Seeing Eye Dogs handler as well as National Access Technology Manager at Vision Australia. We’re going to be talking about his story as a handler and his experience transitioning to his new Seeing Eye Dog. We’re going to talk about his new partnership with Jenna as well as life with two Seeing Eye Dogs in the house. Damo also talks about the client training experience and gives some tips new dog guide handlers should listen to.

You can stream Damo's previous interview on this show talking about using technology as a dog guide handler on your podcast platform.

If you're blind or have low vision and are interested in finding out about getting a Seeing Eye Dog, please phone us on 1800 03 77 73 or (03) 9381 6400 or email [email protected] for an obligation free discussion with our friendly team about your circumstances.

If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/

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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, we're talking dog guide mobility in recognition of International Guide Dog Day (IGDD) on April 24.

We're joined by Paul Adrian Seeing Eye Dogs Advisor Strategy and Change and qualified Guide Dog Mobility Instructor talking about dog guide mobility and the process for getting a Seeing Eye Dog. We bust some myths about who is eligible and might benefit from a Seeing Eye Dog, talk about the assessment and application process, and discuss matching the trained dog to the right handler on the waitlist.

If you're blind or have low vision and are interested in finding out about getting a Seeing Eye Dog, please phone us on 1800 03 77 73 or (03) 9381 6400 or email [email protected] for an obligation free discussion with our friendly team about your circumstances.

If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/

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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, host Harriet is joined by three guests.

First, we’ll be joined by youth program participant graduate from 2022 Jasmine Tevelein   who is going to be talking to us about her experience in the program and the next steps as she works towards getting her own Seeing Eye Dog, and her involvement supporting the International Guide Dog Day giving day on April 24. If you’d like to support Seeing Eye Dogs on the International guide Dog Day giving day on April 24, Donations can be made online at seeingeyedogs.org.au/givingday.

Then, Doctor Ashe Mooney from Seeing Eye Dogs’ vet team joins us talking about kennel cough.

To finish off, we have some recall training tips with Puppy Development Trainer Steph Shaw from the archives.

If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/

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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show on Vision Australia Radio, Harriet is joined by Dr Ashe Mooney of the Seeing Eye Dogs Vet Team to talk about a dog health problem more common in the cooler months- parasites. We discuss some of the common parasites, symptoms of a dog with a parasite and how to prevent. There are some graphic descriptions in this episode, so be aware of that if you're eating whilst listening. Then we play a repeat of my interview with Nicola about the breeding program strategy for Seeing Eye Dogs to give you some behind the scenes on how we create world class dog guides.

If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/

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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show, Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs handler Sophie Thomas and her Seeing Eye Dog Winnie. Sophie talks to us about her story, partnership with Winnie and her goal and fundraising efforts for 100K Your Way raising money for Vision Australia.

Head to Sophie's fundraising page to support her efforts in 100K Your Way and to donate to Vision Australia: https://fundraise.visionaustralia.org/fundraisers/sophiethomas/100kyourway.

If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/

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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show on Vision Australia Radio, Harriet is joined by Kirsten Busby..

Kirsten is a Seeing Eye Dogs handler who talks to us about her busy life as a classical soprano singer and her life and partnership with Seeing Eye Dog Kimba. Tune into this show to find out about the life of a working team on and off the stage.

If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/

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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show on Vision Australia Radio, Harriet is joined by two guests to talk about International Women's Day (IWD).

Seeing Eye Dogs handlers Clare Opie and Linda Blaik join us in separate interviews on this episode discussing IWD and this year's IWD theme of inclusion. We talk about their own experiences as women, what IWD and inclusion means to them, and the role of their Seeing Eye Dogs.

If you'd like to find out about Clare's Instagram and how she uses social media to educate, please check out her Instagram profile @ClareAndMabel.

If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/

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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show on Vision Australia Radio, Harriet is joined by Seeing Eye Dogs handler Vicki Jolley. We talk about her life, her story, and her partnership with Farrah and previous dogs.

If you’re blind or have low vision and you would like to find out if a Seeing Eye Dog or dog guide mobility is right for you, call us on 1800 037 773 or email us at [email protected] to chat to the team.

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On this episode of the Seeing Eye Dogs Show on Vision Australia Radio Harriet is joined by Vaughan Roles talking about his life, partnership with Seeing Eye Dog Scooter and the Trek for Vision New Zealand they'll be taking on in March.

Vaughan is a lawyer, father, keen adventurer and Seeing Eye Dog handler. Alongside his Seeing Eye Dog Scooter, he'll be taking on the Queen Charlotte track in New Zealand as part of Vision Australia's Trek for Vision 2024 to raise funds for Vision Australia's Telelink services and Vision Australia Radio.

You can find out more about their trip preparation and support them by heading to their Trek for Vision fundraising page: https://fundraise.visionaustralia.org/fundraisers/vaughanroles/

or watch some of their preparation and the trek on Youtube on their channel @Scooter_cam. or follow their adventures on Instagram @vaughan.adventures

Your support is greatly appreciated- please get behind this team and help Vision Australia's work providing essential services like Telelink and our radio programs!

If you'd like to find out more about Seeing Eye Dogs head to our website: https://sed.visionaustralia.org/

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